Download World History * Mr. Williams

World History – Mr. Williams
COURSE INTRODUCTION:
Welcome to World History. Throughout this course, you will learn about the
themes, history, and cultures of world history that extent from ancient civilizations until
the 21st century. You will be required to complete reading and writing assignments outside
of class so that you may thoroughly understand the classwork material. This course is an
excellent opportunity for you to develop your own ideas about the “how” and “why’s” of
events that have shaped the world today. To this end, you will be given the opportunity to
participate in class activities which will help you refine your ideas about World History
through the free exchange of ideas. Obviously, class participation is an important
component of this class; in order for you to actively participate you must prepare for each
day’s activities in advance.
COURSE MATERIALS
Each student must bring the following materials to class each day:
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A notebook or binder
Loose leaf paper for in class written assignments.
A pen or pencil.
A Composition Notebook
A positive attitude and a willingness to learn!
CLASSROOM RULES
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When class begins, your desk should be clear of all materials except those relevant
to World History. You must be in your seat and begin working on the posted
starter when the bell rings.
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All cellphones and other hand-held electronic devices will be confiscated.
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Everyone in this classroom is important and will be treated with respect. Put
downs, profanity, or other hurtful comments will not be tolerated.
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Use the honor code for tests, quizzes, and other assignments. Cheating will not be
tolerated; I want to see YOUR work, YOUR effort, and YOUR ideas. I reward
those who try hard and punish those who take the easy way out by copying someone
else’s work.
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No one will be dismissed until the floors are clean and everyone is in their seats.
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As is the case in everything we do, there are consequences for our actions. In this
class, for violations of classroom rules the following procedure will be utilized:
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Verbal warning.
After class conference
Phone call to parents
Administrative action.
Cheating will result in a zero for the assignment, quiz, or test.
ACADEMIC SUCCESS
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Participate in groups and class discussions.
Be on time for class.
Late work will be accepted but will be reduced by five percentage points each day it
is late. For example, if a 100 point assignment is turned in one day late, the highest
grade you may receive will be 95/100 points, two days late 90/100 points, and so on.
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You must make up all work due to absences within five (5) days after returning to
school. After these 5 days the late assignment rules will apply.
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Take notes in class.
GRADING SYSTEM
1. Classwork/Participation is very important. It will count for twenty percent (20%) of
your final grade
2. Homework counts for ten percent (10%) of your final grade
3. Quizzes count for twenty-five percent (25%) of your final grade
4. Tests, projects, and other formal assignments will make up the remaining forty-five
percent (45%) of your final grade.
CONTACTING ME
I may be reached by emailing me at [email protected] or by accessing the
New Bern High School website. Compose a detailed message with a contact number and I
will return an email/phone call that day. In addition, from time to time I will be contacting
parents/guardians to let them know how you are doing in class. I look forward to a
productive and rewarding semester.
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